Frozen Horsehair Crab
Whole frozen horsehair crabs (Erimacrus isenbeckii), a Japanese species with spiny shells, exported from Russia or Japan. These are frozen raw and in the shell, making them classifiable under tariff item 0306.93.00 as 'other crabs' not specifically named elsewhere in the subheading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | +25.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the crabs are classified as a species specifically named elsewhere (e.g., king crab)
Heading 0306 covers all crustaceans; specific species may be broken out in other tariff items.
If the product is not in shell and not frozen, but otherwise prepared
Other crustaceans not elsewhere specified may fall under this residual item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the crabs are frozen raw (not cooked) to avoid reclassification under cooked crustacean headings
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Verify species name on the commercial invoice to support classification as 'other crabs'
Related Products under Tariff item 0306.93.00
Blue Swimming Crabmeat Pasteurized
Pasteurized crabmeat from blue swimming crabs (Portunus pelagicus), shelled and treated for safety. This product falls under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is crabmeat, not in shell, and is not prepared or preserved beyond pasteurization, which is a form of processing covered by this heading.
Canned Fresh Crabmeat (Unprepared)
Freshly picked crabmeat packed in cans without additives, chilled for distribution. This product is classified under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is crabmeat, not in shell, and is not prepared or preserved beyond shelling and chilling, which are processes covered by this heading.
Chilled Backfin Crabmeat
Premium backfin portions from blue crabs, chilled for freshness. This product falls under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is crabmeat, not in shell, and is a specific grade of shelled crustacean product, which is covered by this heading.
Chilled Red Rock Crab Meat in Shell
Chilled whole or sectional red rock crabs (Cancer productus) maintained in refrigerated brine for freshness, destined for high-end sushi markets. This product falls under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is a crab in shell, chilled, and not smoked or cooked, which is covered by this heading.
Chilled Samoan Crab
Fresh chilled Samoan crabs (Scylla tranqubaria), Pacific island variety packed on ice for export. This product is classified under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is a crab in shell, chilled, and not smoked or cooked, which is covered by this heading.
Fresh Chilled Hairy Crab
Live or freshly chilled hairy crabs (Eriocheir sinensis), Chinese mitten crabs prized for roe, imported in oxygenated boxes. This product falls under tariff item 0306.93.00 as it is a crab in shell, chilled, and not smoked or cooked, which is covered by this heading.